Mercedes-Benz 450SL 1:43 Heller 80171

Plastic model car to assemble: Mercedes-Benz 450SL 1:43 Heller 80171

The Mercedes-Benz 450 SL model kit in 1:43 scale is an excellent proposition for automotive and modeling enthusiasts. This set, consisting of 47 parts, allows you to create a miniature of one of the most recognizable cars in automotive history. The Mercedes-Benz 450 SL is a car that gained immense popularity worldwide, and its production lasted for 16 years, which attests to its reliability and appeal.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:43
• Number of parts: 47
• Catalog number: 80171

History and achievements of the Mercedes-Benz 450 SL: The Mercedes-Benz 450 SL is a model that debuted in the 1970s. It was part of the R107 series, which became a symbol of luxury and elegance. This car was particularly popular in the American market, where luxury and spacious vehicles were in high demand. Daimler-Benz, the manufacturer of this model, successfully introduced it to the market, offering customers a vehicle equipped with modern conveniences for its time, such as air conditioning.

The Mercedes-Benz 450 SL was powered by a 225 horsepower engine, allowing it to reach a top speed of 215 km/h. Its dimensions are a length of 4.39 m, a width of 1.79 m, and a height of 1.29 m, with a curb weight of 1500 kg. These parameters made it not only fast but also stable and comfortable to drive.

During its 16 years of production, 62,298 units of this model were produced, which attests to its immense popularity and recognition among drivers. The Mercedes-Benz 450 SL became an icon of style and luxury, and its classic body line still attracts the attention of automotive enthusiasts today.

Recommended colors for painting the model:

• Argent metallique (Metallic Silver)
• Noir mat (Matte Black)
• Aluminium metallique (Metallic Aluminum)
• Noir de charbon satine (Satin Black Coal)
• Rouge transparent (Transparent Red)
• Orange transparent (Transparent Orange)
• Or metallique (Metallic Gold)
• Chocolat mat (Matte Chocolate)
• Creme mat (Matte Cream)

Set for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g., Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.